1999 Citroen XM vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM

To start off, 1999 Citroen XM is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1999 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Citroen XM 1988 Lamborghini LM
Make Citroen Lamborghini
Model XM LM
Year Released 1999 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 5166 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 115 HP 449 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 85.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 74.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 2700 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 169 L